“The story of scientific discovery has its own epic unity-a unity of purpose and endeavour-the single torch passing from hand to hand through the centuries; and the great moments of science when, after long labour, the pioneers saw their accumulated facts falling into a significant order-sometimes in the form of a law that revolutionised the whole world of thought-have an intense human interest, and belong essentially to the creative imagination of poetry.”
This comprehensive work takes readers on a journey through the lives of those who have made significant contributions to the field of disaster prediction. It highlights the challenges, triumphs, and sacrifices of these watchers of the sky, offering a rare glimpse into the world of seismology, meteorology, and other related sciences. more
Alfred Noyes was a renowned British poet known for his romantic style and profound emotional expression. His poetry, which covers themes of nature, love, and life philosophy, has been widely appreciated by readers. more
“I'm going home the old way with a light hand on the reins making the long approach.”
“The home was a closed sphere touched only at its edge by the world's evolution.”
“Here I stand, hobbled in a sack of doom, determined to tear out of it, knowing that I will.”